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A week for those who handle emergency calls

This week recognizes the people behind the calm, steady response when reporting an emergency. Their vital contributions are the focus of National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week that runs through Sunday, according to the State 911 Committee. “Let’s take a moment to honor the incredible individuals behind every 911 call — the telecommunicators,” Amy Thomas, State 911 administrator, said in a news release. “More than just a voice on the other end of the line, they are compassionate, resilient and dedicated professionals who serve our communities with unwavering ...

A good time of year to tidy up neighborhoods

With several recent days in the 30s and 40s and perhaps a bit more, many early signs of spring can be seen in Marquette County and around the Upper Peninsula. It can be delightful to watch the snow and ice melt away. However, soil and pavement are not the only things that become visible as the snow melts: A quick drive around the Marquette area reveals long-buried plastic bags, cups, wrappers, receipts, cigarette butts and other litter melting out of the ice and snowbanks. It’s especially troubling to see this occur in our community year after year because litter, animal waste and ...

Thanks to OSF St. Francis Hospital, Rampart EMS

This week’s Bouquet goes to OSF St. Francis Hospital and Medical Group and Rampart EMS — From Teri DeMenter: Sending thanks to the staff at OSF St. Francis Hospital and Medical Group during my recent stay on March 16, during the big snowstorm. I could not breath due to RSV. I was transported to the hospital by ambulance by two young, brave women. God bless you, my angels. No roads were plowed. When arriving to the hospital, staff members were working from the day before and sleeping at the hotel across from hospital. Some of the nurses snowmobiled and skied to the hospital to ...

AG shares ways to guard against scams

As part of Financial Literacy Month and leading up to Money Smart Week that starts Sunday, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is reminding Michigan consumers that one of the best ways to stay vigilant against fraudsters is to understand how to recognize a scam. Most scams have common characteristics. By equipping themselves with the tools to recognize a scam, Michiganders can be alert to its key features and avoid becoming victims. “Scammers are creative, coming up with new and more effective ways to trick you into handing over your hard-earned money or personal information,” ...